Welcome to Caliber Auto Repair
Premium Automotive Service in El Cajon, CA
If you’re looking for auto repair in El Cajon, CA, you’ve found us. Here at Caliber Auto Repair we work hard to earn your trust and loyalty. We know how important it is to find a El Cajon car service you can rely on, so your satisfaction is our top priority each and every day.
Our professional automotive service offers you years of combined expertise from our well-trained technicians. We treat our auto repair professionals well because we value their skill and can-do attitude. We know our team sets us apart, saving you time and money, not to mention worry. When it comes to auto repair in El Cajon, we are totally confident that Caliber Auto Repair is the best option in town!
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Why Choose Caliber Auto Repair
For years Caliber Auto Repair has been there for the people of El Cajon. We love what we do, and that basic fact fuels our business. We are dedicated to our customers, and that’s why they stick with us—the best auto repair El Cajon has to offer.
Caliber Auto Repair was founded on the basic idea that everyone deserves respect. It is our mission to treat each person that comes through our door with dignity and sensitivity. We believe this attention to detail has paid off by providing us with our loyal, friendly family of customers. That’s what makes Caliber Auto Repair the best car service in El Cajon!
- 24 Month/24,000 Mile Warranty
- Lifetime Warranty on Brake Pads & Shoes
- Trained Automotive Technicians
- Serving El Cajon, CA
The Absolute Best Car Service in El Cajon, CA
What sets Caliber Auto Repair apart from all of the others in El Cajon, CA?
Trust: When it comes to auto repair in El Cajon, CA, it’s all about earning loyalty and trust by doing our very best every day. We are determined to earn and keep your trust.
Talent: At Caliber Auto Repair, you can rest easy knowing that our highly-skilled, experienced auto service professionals are handling your car. Our technicians bring years of experience, skill, and education to the El Cajon auto repair table.
Time: We take the time we need to provide you with top quality car service in El Cajon, CA, and we take the time to talk to you about what that means. We listen to you so we understand your needs and goals for your auto repair.
Recently Serviced Vehicles
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2013 Hyundai Elantra GT
Mileage107,147Service Date4/9/2024Services Performed- UNABLE TO DUPLICATE CUSTOMER CONCERN WHILE VEHICLE WAS AT THE SHOP. SCANNED AND NO CODES RELATED TO FUEL GAUGE NOT WORKING
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (OIL AND FILTER)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- -CABIN AIR FILTER – REMOVED & REPLACED
- -AIR FILTER – REMOVED & REPLACED
- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front (9MM) Rear (6MM)
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
- PERFORMED TIRE ROTATION & AIRED TIRES UP TO PROPER AIR SPECIFICATION
- -SPARK PLUGS – Removed & Replaced – All
CRYSTAL S. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/9/2024 -
2006 Toyota 4Runner
Mileage218,576Service Date4/5/2024Services Performed- FAULT CODE: P0430 CATALYST EFFICIENCY BELOW THRESHOLD BANK 2. CHECKED FUEL TRIMS AND VERIFIED VEHICLE IS IN FUEL CONTROL, INSPECTED FOR EXHAUST LEAKS UPSTREAM OF REAR OXYGEN SENSOR; MONITORED OXYGEN SENSORS AND VERIFIED OXYGEN SENSOR OPERATION; MONITORED AND COMPARED BANK 1 AND BANK 2 O2 SENSOR ACTIVITY, FOUND EXCESSIVE ACTIVITY ON BANK 2 REAR O2 SENSOR INDICATING A DEGRADED CATALYTIC CONVERTER. EXHAUST MANIFOLD &/OR GASKET – Removed & Replaced – V6 Left Side,Front Catalyst
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
- -Removed rear brake rotors, machined, reinstalled rear brake rotors. Removed & replaced rear brake pads. Cleaned and lubricated brake calipers and slide mechanisms. Road test vehicle.
- DRAINED TRANSMISSION AND INSTALLED NEW DRAIN PLUG WITH NEW DRAIN PLUG GASKET. FILLED TRANSMISSION WITH NEW FLUID, RAN VEHICLE TO OPERATING TEMP AND ADJUSTED FLUID LEVEL.
JILLIAN W. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/5/2024 -
2022 Honda Civic
Mileage32,310Service Date3/27/2024Services Performed- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (OIL AND FILTER)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front ( MM) Rear ( MM)
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
- DRAINED TRANSMISSION FLUID, ADDED NEW FLUID AND RAN VEHICLE TO OPERATING TEMPERATURE. DRAINED TRANSMISSION FLUID AGAIN AND REFILLED FLUID TO FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. TEST DROVE VEHICLE. VERIFIED FLUID LEVEL.
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (TRANSMISSION FLUID)
- PERFORMED TIRE ROTATION & AIRED TIRES UP TO PROPER AIR SPECIFICATION
PAUL A. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/27/2024 -
2007 Audi A4
Mileage134,563Service Date3/19/2024Services Performed- Excessive carbon build up on cylinder 2 injector #3 and #4 cylinder coil pigtails broken and don't get good connection. Valve covers leaking, vehicle is a sealed crankcase system. any oil leaks will cause a vacuum leak and run ability issues "misfire". -Recommend replacing valve cover, spark plugs, 2 ignition coil pigtails and performing GDI service. Advise customer there is a possibility after repairs, that vehicle may need a fuel injector due to carbon build up. Vehicle also has coolant leak at heater hoses. -PERFORMED SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT AND PERFORMED GDI SERVICE. CAN SEE WITH CAMERA THAT INJECTOR FOR CYLINDER #2 LOOKS CLEANER AFTER INDUCTION SERVICE. ADVISED CUSTOMER TO DRIVE VEHICLE TO LET FUEL INJECTOR CLEANER WORK THROUGH INJECTORS. THERE IS A PROBABILITY THAT THE ENGINE LIGHT CAN COME BACK ON, IF SO WE WILL NEED TO CHECK CODES AND RECOMMEND NEXT STEP. *MISFIRES CAN DAMAGE CATALYTIC CONVERTERS.
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
- -PERFORMED GDI INDUCTION 3 PART FUEL INDUCTION SERVICE AS PER BG SERVICE INSTRUCTION. SERVICE IS TO CLEAN INTAKE VALVES, TOPS OF PISTONS AND INJECTORS.
CARLOS M. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/19/2024 -
2013 Hyundai Elantra
Mileage159,761Service Date3/18/2024Services Performed- FOUND STEERING WHEEL OFF CENTERED. FOUND TOE IN FRONT SEVERELY OFF. RECOMMEND PERFORMING ALIGNMENT.
- PERFORMED FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT. ADJUST TO FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS. TEST DROVE VEHICLE TO VERIFY ALIGNMENT.
BRUCE M. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/18/2024 -
2017 Chevrolet Corvette
Mileage30,222Service Date3/13/2024Services Performed- CHECK OVER FOR TRACK DAY SAFETY INSPECTION
- Hooked up BG Brake fluid machine to brake fluid reservoir. Performed brake fluid exchange using BG DOT 4 brake fluid. Verified condition of brake fluid once service is performed. Verified braking system has no air in system.
- HAZARDOUS WASTE
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
HOWARD K. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/15/2024 -
2017 Honda Civic
Mileage30,179Service Date3/13/2024Services Performed- 30,000 MILE CHECKUP
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (OIL AND FILTER)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front (8MM) Rear (7MM)
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
ATHA K. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/13/2024 -
2017 GMC Yukon
Mileage81,212Service Date3/6/2024Services Performed- -LEFT & RIGHT ENGINE MOUNT – Removed & Replaced – RWD Engine,Front,Both – [Includes: R&I Fender Liners. Includes: R&I Exhaust Manifolds.]
SUSAN S. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/6/2024 -
2018 Ford F-250 Super Duty
Mileage59,165Service Date3/1/2024Services Performed- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front ( MM) Rear ( MM)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- HAZARDOUS WASTER DISPOSAL (OIL & FILTER)
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
AL J. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/1/2024 -
2009 BMW 328i
Mileage165,370Service Date2/29/2024Services Performed- TESTED AND FOUND WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP NOT WORKING. RECOMMEND REPLACING WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP. REQUIRES REMOVING FENDER LINER AND DROPPING WASHER RESERVOIR DOWN. -WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP – REMOVED & REPLACED
- FRONT BRAKE ARE NOISY. PAD MEASUREMENT AT 7MM.
- AIRBAG/SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT. SCAN ONLY
- PING TPMS SENSORS AND ADVISE
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
- -COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR IN LOWER RADIATOR HOSE – Removed & Replaced
- -EXPANSION TANK – Removed & Replaced -LOWER EXPANSION TANK HOSE – REMOVED & REPLACED
- -BOTH PASSENGER SIDE TPMS SENSORS – REMOVED & REPLACED. PROGRAMMED TO VEHICLE.
LANE S. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/29/2024 -
2017 Ford Fusion
Mileage81,074Service Date2/26/2024Services Performed- CHECK FOR POSSIBLE BELT NOISE
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (OIL AND FILTER)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front (9MM) Rear (8MM)
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
- -AIR FILTER – REMOVED & REPLACED
ELLIOT B. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/26/2024 -
2006 Toyota Camry Solara
Mileage84,775Service Date2/23/2024Services Performed- PERFORMED VISUAL INSPECTION, PERFORMED OIS SMOG CHECK INSPECTION
- SMOG CHECK CERTIFICATE – PASSED TEST
- HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL (OIL AND FILTER)
- Lubricated and checked chassis. Changed oil and oil filter. Checked air filter and breather filter. Checked all fluid levels and tire pressures. Performed basic safety inspection. Road tested vehicle.
- Inspected front brakes pads & rotors as well as rear brake pads and rotors or shoes and drums for brake condition & measurements. Inspected entire system for leaks. Lining remaining is: Front (6MM) Rear (5.5-6MM)
- FULL DIGITAL INSPECTION
- FLOOR MAT & SEAT COVER IN CUSTOMER VEHICLE
- INSPECT & CLEAN ANY GREASE MARKS AND FINGER PRINTS FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF CUSTOMERS VEHICLE WHEN DONE WITH REPAIRS
- RESET SERVICE LIGHT IF PERFORMING OIL CHANGE
- WHEEL LOCK KEY LOCATION_________________________________
- CHECK AND ADJUSTED TIRE PRESSURE AS PER DOOR PLACARD.
DONNA W. gave our service a 5 star review on 2/23/2024